The passionate love story, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, made its theatrical debut on Diwali 2025. The film is expected to land on Netflix in late November or December 2025, approximately 4-6 weeks post-release.
October 22, 2025: Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa’s intense romantic drama, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, hit theatres on October 21, 2025, coinciding with the Diwali weekend. The Milap Zaveri directorial has opened to a decent start at the box office amidst mixed initial reactions from both critics and audiences, even as news of its expected OTT streaming platform has emerged.
Box Office & Audience Buzz: ₹8.5 Crore Opening
The film, which delves into a passionate love story that turns into a haunting obsession, has registered a steady performance on its opening day despite clashing with the massive festive release, Thamma.
According to trade estimates, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat collected approximately ₹8.50 crore net on its first day (October 21). The initial slow morning shows saw a significant upward trend during the evening and night screenings, indicating a positive response from the late-day audience. This opening marks a significant start for a film led by Harshvardhan Rane.
X Reviews: A ‘One-Time Watch’ with Great Chemistry
Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) was abuzz with first-day reviews, which presented a divided opinion on the film’s narrative.
- Praise for the Leads and Music: The strong on-screen chemistry between Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa has been widely appreciated. Many users also highlighted the film’s music as its biggest strength, noting that the songs enhanced the emotional depth.
- Critique on Script and Pacing: However, critics and audience members also pointed out flaws, calling the film a “one-time watch.” Common complaints included the second half feeling “overdramatic and predictable,” and a number of the poetic, shayari-style dialogues coming across as “cringe.” The film’s theme of obsessive love has also sparked debate online.
OTT Release Secured: Coming to Netflix
For those who prefer to wait for its digital debut, the film has reportedly locked in a major streaming partner. Industry reports, including those from Times Now, suggest that Netflix has secured the post-theatrical streaming rights for Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat.
While the official streaming date remains unconfirmed by the producers, films typically transition to OTT platforms approximately 45 to 60 days after their theatrical release. Fans can therefore expect the romantic drama to be available for online viewing likely sometime in December 2025.
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, directed by Milap Zaveri, tells the story of Vikramaditya (Harshvardhan Rane), a driven politician whose intense love for the free-spirited Adaa (Sonam Bajwa) dangerously spirals into obsession, leading to tragedy and betrayal.